35% of the fastest growing occupations are in healthcare
The healthcare industry will generate approximately 3 million new jobs by 2016. The U.S. Department of Labor indicates delivering healthcare or related services, is one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy, and there are many different career paths that students can follow to work in this field.
Allied Heatlh professionals are involved with the delivery of services pertaining to the identification, evaluation and prevention of diseases and disorders. They may also provide dietary and nutrition services, rehabilitation services, and can work in other jobs related to health systems management.
Allied Health Careers
Information Links
Additional Resources for Allied Health Careers
Volunteer Opportunities at Local Hospitals
Kaiser-Permanente Healthcare Career Guide
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
American Bureau of Health Education Schools
Health Professions Networks
Health Occupations Students of America
Community & Social Service Workers
Health Technologists & Technicians
Blood Bank Technology Specialists
Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians
Clinical Laboratory Technologists & Technicians
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists
Emergency Medical Technicians & Paramedics
Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses
Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician
Health Care Support Occupations
Health Diagnosing & Treating Practitioners
Miscellaneous
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